Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited.
The Flaggy Creek Gorge walk is a 7 hour return hike with a number of testing climbs, but you will be rewarded with some great views and delighted by the beautiful Flaggy Creek Gorge. The track can be very exposed in summer and there is no water along the track, so be sure to carry adequate drinking water. If it is a short walk that you are interested in, the 3km return trip to Valley View should be considered.
The Kurrajongs to Valley View (1.5km) is a continuous climb through granite boulders. This section of the track is a demanding climb, with very few flat areas. At the beginning of the walk you pass through an old quarry and on to an open grassy area. The track continues on through a large cut log, heads south and begins to climb. On reaching Valley View, there are views in both directions along the Murray River and over the northern end of the park. Caution is needed here as there are unguarded cliff edges.
Valley View to the Oaks (3.5km) the track follows the ridge line for one kilometre before descending into a small saddle. Beyond this the views open up as the track contours the side of Mount Porcupine before descending Into a very pronounced saddle. Walking gets a bit tougher from here on, as you climb for over a kilometre up to The Oaks. The Oaks gained Its name from the Drooping she-oaks (AIlocasuarina verticillata) that are found in the area. These, along with Blakely's Red Gum, the main eucalypt species, have adapted to this dry and rocky environment,
The Oaks to Flaggy Creek Gorge (2km) the track heads downhill through Drooping she-oaks and Fringe Myrtle towards the Gorge. After about a kilometre and a half of walking you reach the wall of the gorge, with great views of the rocky waterfalls that are found along Flaggy Creek. The track follows the gorge top passing by rocky boulders and many interesting plants including the rare Crimson Grevillea. Finally the head of Flaggy Creek Gorge is reached and the track leads down to the water, where a number of small pools and waterfalls can be found. This is a great place to cool off, explore and enjoy your lunch before heading back.
Description courtesy of Murray Valley Bushwalkers
Grade 4 (Hard) -
Challenging Walks for Experienced Walkers: Grade 4 on the
AWTGS signifies challenging walking tracks. Bushwalking experience is recommended for these tracks, which may be long, rough, and very steep. Directional signage may be limited, requiring a good sense of navigation. These walks are suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain, and potentially longer distances.
When setting out for a walk, please be prepared:
- Weather conditions can change rapidly at any time €“ be prepared with warm, waterproof clothing and high energy food supplies.
- Tracks can be steep, rough and slippery €“ wear sturdy footwear.
- The park has limited permanent water sources €“ carry adequate drinking water when walking.
- Abandoned mine shafts exist in some areas €“ take care if walking off track.
- Be alert near cliff edges and look out for falling rocks.
- Remote walking tracks may be poorly defined €“ carry an adequate map and compass or GPS.
Total distance: 11617 m
Max elevation: 503 m
Min elevation: 208 m
Total climbing: 911 m
Total descent: -911 m
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Mount Lawson State Park is located about 70km east of Albury-Wodonga. It lies between the Murray Valley Highway and the Murray River. Mt Lawson Road provides unsealed, fine weather, two wheel drive access to most popular visitor areas. Vehicle access to the northern part of the park is possible at The Kurrajongs.
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Mount Lawson State Park has much to offer to keen hikers, with a network of short and medium-length walking tracks leading to spectacular lookouts, rushing waterfalls and shady glades.
Mount Lawson State Park is a haven of wilderness. The unique environment makes it a vital conservation site, home to rare species of plant and animal life.
The park has much to offer to keen hikers, with a number of short and medium-length walking tracks leading to spectacular lookouts and water features within rocky incised creeks.
In spring, wander among the brilliant displays of native wildflowers that blanket the area. You can find nearly 300 native plant species here, including numerous rare species. On the high slopes of the park, you can stride through open forests of Narrow-leaf Peppermint, Candlebark, Manna Gum, Blue Gum and Brittle Gum. Red Stringybark and Long-leaf box dominate the lower slopes along with Red Box and Broad-leaf Peppermint. The steep, dry, northern slopes of the park contain large areas of Black Cypress-pine and Kurrajong.
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